Explore the East Midlands
From trail running in the Peak District to off-road cycling in Sherwood Forest, the East Midlands has a huge range of events and adventures to offer! Use the filters below to find a specific event in the East Midlands or keep browsing for outdoor inspiration.
Map view
- Sat 14 Jun
- £20-£25
Big Hike | Peak District
Hike through magnificent woodlands, past pretty waterfalls and limestone cliffs, and take in beautiful views across the Peak District to help beat cancer step by step.
- Hike 3
- Sat 21 Jun
- £25
Pink Ribbon Walk | Chatsworth House and the Peak District
Experience the Peak District's beauty as you travel along this breathtaking route. Enjoy magnificent landscapes, fresh air, and connect with nature while you explore on foot.
- Charity walk 2
- Sat 28 - Sun 29 Jun
- £39-£199
Peak District Ultra Challenge
From the idyllic basecamp hub in Bakewell, charity challengers will head into the fabulous Peak District National Park on a route from 10 miles right up to the full 100km with full support!
- Ultra run 3
- 100K ultra run 2
- Trail run 2
- Sat 28 Jun
- £20-£31
ATW Childrens Triathlon Mallory Park
Mallory Park Junior Triathlon: Where Dreams Take Flight! Nurturing the next generation of triathletes, providing a safe and exhilarating environment for children to discover the thrill of multisports.
- Kids triathlon 5
- Sun 29 Jun
- £48-£98
ATW Triathlon | Mallory Park
Mallory Park Triathlon Extravaganza: A Traffic-Free Triumph! A thrilling and safe circuit nestled in picturesque surroundings, boasting its own self-enclosed swim lake.
- Super sprint triathlon
- Sprint triathlon
- Super sprint aquabike
- Sprint aquabike
- Sat 5 Jul
- £125-£130
- Entries close soon
Tough Mudder Midlands | 15K - Saturday
One of the most technically difficult Tough Mudder events where all obstacles are scaled-up, with surprises, extra muddy terrain, killer hills and scenic views of Belvoir Castle too.
- 15 km multi terrain running
- Sat 5 Jul
- £104
- Entries close soon
Tough Mudder Midlands | 5K - Saturday
One of the most technically difficult Tough Mudder events where all obstacles are scaled-up, with surprises, extra muddy terrain, killer hills and scenic views of Belvoir Castle too.
- 5 km multi terrain running
- Sun 6 Jul
- £120-£125
- Entries close soon
Tough Mudder Midlands | 15K - Sunday
One of the most technically difficult Tough Mudder events where all obstacles are scaled-up, with surprises, extra muddy terrain, killer hills and scenic views of Belvoir Castle too.
- 15 km multi terrain running
- Sun 6 Jul
- £104
- Entries close soon
Tough Mudder Midlands | 5K - Sunday
One of the most technically difficult Tough Mudder events where all obstacles are scaled-up, with surprises, extra muddy terrain, killer hills and scenic views of Belvoir Castle too.
- 5 km multi terrain running
- Sun 13 Jul
- £39.95-£49.95
Rasselbock Marathon and Half Marathon
Welcome to the stunning Sherwood Pines for an incredible day of running in the forest - whether it's your first event, you're going for a PB or if you just want a day in the forest with friends!
- Half marathon
- Marathon
- Trail run
.jpg)
- Sat 19 Jul
- £20-£25
Mighty Hikes | Peak District
Take on a challenge and join Macmillan at the Peak District Mighty Hike - where you'll trek through the UK's oldest National Park to support people living with cancer.
- Hike 2
- Sat 19 - Sun 20 Jul
- £35-£295
Belvoir Castle Triathlon and Multisport Festival
A jewel in the castle crown! Get active in the beautiful grounds and surrounding area of stunning Leicestershire in the discipline of your choice! Celebrate in the festival village afterwards.
- Kids triathlon 4
- Super sprint triathlon
- Sprint triathlon 2
- Olympic triathlon
- Half Ironman
- + 14 more races
- Sun 20 Jul
- £13-£55
Revesby Running Festival
Runs with unparalleled scenery making them some of the most picturesque events in the area, on a private estate. 5K, 10K, half marathon or a totally unique running challenge 'Challenge The Estate'.
- 5K run
- 10K run
- Half marathon
- Multi-terrain run
- Sun 17 Aug
- £21-£29
ATW Oundle Children’s Triathlon
ATW is the largest triathlon organiser in the UK and is bringing you the Oundle Childrens Triathlon! Ideal for all levels including very first attempts at triathlon.
- Kids triathlon 5
- Sat 13 - Sun 14 Sep
- £10-£53
Darley Moor September Duathlon and Trail 10km
Dive into the excitement of dual-discipline sports and trail running at Darley Moor! These events are packed with fun for everyone, from seasoned pros to enthusiastic beginners.
- Kids duathlon 5
- Sprint duathlon
- 10K run
- Sun 14 Sep
- £16-£75
The Amazing Northampton Run
Come to Britain’s largest town for the Amazing Northampton Run and take on a grand tour of everything great in Northampton including parks, riverside, sporting venues and amazing architecture!
- Fun run
- Half marathon 2
- Fri 19 - Sat 20 Sep
- £55-£99
Peak District Challenge
Trek or run through the Peak District on a distance of your choice from 25K to 100 miles with full safety support, food, drinks and a delicious stew supper! Navigate your way or join a guided group.
- Trail run 2
- 100K ultra run
- 100 mile ultra run
- 50K ultra run
- Sat 20 Sep
- £37
Tissington Trail Half Marathon | Saturday
A breathtaking half marathon in the beautiful Derbyshire countryside... it's how racing was meant to be! Take on the Tissington Trail and enjoy something magical!
- 13.1 miles road running
- Sun 21 Sep
- £37
Tissington Trail Half Marathon | Sunday
A breathtaking half marathon in the beautiful Derbyshire countryside... it's how racing was meant to be! Take on the Tissington Trail and enjoy something magical!
- 13.1 miles road running
- Sun 28 Sep
- £5-£24
Chatsworth 10K and Fun Run
An officially chip-timed, challenging, mixed terrain 10K in the stunning grounds of the Chatsworth estate. There is a 3K fun run for children, or adults who wish to take on a shorter distance.
- 10K run
- Fun run
- Sun 28 Sep
- £41-£43
Robin Hood Half & Mini Marathon | Half Marathon
Welcome to the Robin Hood Half and Mini Marathon - one of the longest-established and most popular city centre road events in the UK.
- 13.1 miles road running
- Sun 12 Oct
- £58-£83
ATW Holdenby House Duathlon
Based in the grounds of the 2,000 acre Holdenby Estate, the traffic-free run lap follows a scenic trail and the rolling bike course enjoys fast-riding country roads.
- Sprint duathlon
- Standard duathlon
- Sun 12 Oct
- £19-£35
ATW Holdenby House | Trail & Canicross
The trail goes through the grounds of the 2,000 acre Holdenby Estate and on surrounding farmland with fantastic views of the country house, finishing through the iconic arches that adorn the grounds.
- CaniCross
- 5K run
- 10K run
- Half marathon
- Sat 25 Oct
- £26-£31
Monsal Trail October Half Marathon & 10K | Saturday
Take to one of the most iconic trails in the Peak District for stunning and traffic-free racing joy on a former Midland railway line taking you through four tunnels and across the spectacular viaduct!
- 10K run
- Half marathon
- Sun 26 Oct
- £26-£31
Monsal Trail October Half Marathon & 10K | Sunday
Take to one of the most iconic trails in the Peak District for stunning and traffic-free racing joy on a former Midland railway line taking you through four tunnels and across the spectacular viaduct!
- 10K run
- Half marathon
- Sun 9 Nov
- £21-£26
Mallard Cake Dash
Fast, flat, food! Boasting a scenic route, a hot drink and slice of cake at the end and a flat and fast course, what's not to be loved? A sure-fire hit with runners of all levels.
- 5K run
- 10K run
- Sun 21 Dec
- £16-£34
ATW Nottingham Holme Run
Organised by ATW Events, this fantastic, traffic-free event takes place at the scenic National Water Sports Centre in Nottingham, offering a perfect setting for runners of all abilities.
- 5K run
- 10K run
- Half marathon
- Sun 18 Jan 2026
- £12-£30
ATW Mallory Race Circuit Winter Runs | Half Marathon, 10K, 5K and Fun Run
Gear up for an adrenaline-packed winter running experience like no other at Mallory Park Motor Racing Circuit!
- Fun run
- 5K run
- 10K run
- Half marathon
- Sun 8 Mar 2026
- £16-£33
ATW Nottingham Holme Run
Join this fantastic experience on a completely flat course – perfect for achieving your personal best over a certified, accurate route, with free race photo, custom medal and friendly support!
- 5K run
- 10K run
- Half marathon
- Sat 11 Apr 2026
- £46-£130
Rose of the Shires Ultra and The Rosebud Marathon
Rose of the Shires Ultra incorporating The Rosebud Marathon, showcasing a grand tour of Northamptonshire's beautiful countryside.
- Ultra run
- Marathon
- Sun 10 May 2026
- £24-£60
Shires and Spires
A selection of races with top reviews based in the village of Naseby famous for the Battle of Naseby in 1645. The ultra takes in Althorp, home of the Spencer family and Princess Diana's resting place.
- 10K run
- Half marathon
- Marathon
- Trail run
- Ultra run
- Sat 22 Nov
- £11-£35
Derby MoRun
MoRunning brings everyday people together with the focus being to inspire you, your family, your kids and your friends to have the best time running!
- Fun run
- 5K run
- 10K run
- Half marathon
- Sun 23 Nov
- £17-£45
Silverstone Run Fest
Join Run Fest Silverstone, where you'll step onto the revered tarmac of one of the world's premier F1 circuits to run your distance.
- Fun run
- 5K run
- 10K run
- Half marathon
Map view
Browse the map to find events, adventures and clubs in the East Midlands including the Peak District.